Israeli Defense Minister: Israel is willing to discuss all alternatives on who will control Gaza, as long as it is not hostile to Israel.

Israeli Defense Minister: Israel has no intention of permanently stationing itself in the Gaza Strip.

Ukrainian President Zelensky: I hope I can rely on the United States, just like the United States can rely on Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Zelensky: Ukraine is just a stepping stone for Russia.

Israeli Defense Minister: (Asked about reports of Israel’s use of white phosphorous bombs) The IDF’s actions were in compliance with international law.

US Defense Secretary Austin: The United States must fulfill its commitments.

U.S. Defense Secretary Austin: Russian President Putin still believes he can outlast Ukraine and the United States.

U.S. Defense Secretary Austin: If we don’t stand up for Ukraine now, it will only lead to more bloodshed and conflict.

US Defense Secretary Austin: Unwavering support for Ukraine.

COMEX gold futures fell 1.00% during the day and are currently at $1,994.30 per ounce.

According to Interfax: Russia bans durum wheat exports until May 31, 2024.

The EU will propose sanctions against extremist Israeli settlers.

The U.S. three-year Treasury yield rose 5.4 basis points to 4.517%.

White House Deputy Press Secretary Bates: Failure to take additional measures will increase costs indefinitely.

The U.S. six-month Treasury bond auction as of December 11 - the winning interest rate was 5.19%, compared with the previous value of 5.19%.

The U.S. 3-year Treasury bond auction as of December 11th - the winning interest rate was 4.49%, compared with the previous value of 4.70%.

Tunisian central bank official: The Tunisian central bank will keep the key interest rate unchanged at 8%.

White House: Actively working to implement humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.